2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 517 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Bonneville | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Bonneville | Highlander |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 336 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |